专题06 阅读理解（应用文）（期中真题汇编，上海专用）高二英语上学期

专题06 阅读理解之应用文 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 (24-25高二上·上海浦东新区上海师范大学附属中学·期中)Do you want to get home from work knowing you have made a real difference in someone’s life? If yes, don’t care about sex or age! Come and join us, then you’ll make it.! Position Volunteer social Care Assistant ( No pay with Free Meals) Place Manchester Hours Part time We are now looking for volunteers to support people with learning disabilities to live active lives! Only 4 days left. Don’t miss the chance of lending your warm hands to help others Role You will help people with learning disabilities in all aspects of their daily lives. You will help them to develop new skills. You will help them to protect their rights and their safety. But your primary concern is to let them know they are valued. Skills and Experience Required You will have the right values and great listening skills. You will be honest and patient. You will have the ability to drive a car and to communicate in fluent written and spoken English since you’ll have to help those people with different learning disabilities. Previous care-related experience will be a great advantage for you 1．What does the underlined part in the first paragraph mean? A．You’ll make others’ lives more meaningful with this job. B．You’ll arrive home just in time from this job. C．You’ll earn a good salary from this job. D．You’ll succeed in getting this job. 2．The volunteers’ major responsibility is to help people with learning disabilities ________. A．to get some financial support B．to properly protect themselves C．to learn some new living skills D．to realize their own importance 3．The passage serves as ________. A．a reminder to social workers B．an advertisement for helpers C．a document on describing volunteers D．an introduction about a social care organization Passage 2 (24-25高二上·上海黄浦区上海大同中学·期中) 1．THE SHOP card offers ______. A．discounts at all shops B．free parking at all hours for all members C．free brunch for all members once a month D．foot reflexology with-$300 spent within a single month 2．A Marchbank gold card holder who applies on August 5 pays _____ for a two-year diamond membership card. A．$1,750 B．$2,000 C．$3,087.5 D．$3,250 3．An interested customer may find out more information by _______. A．calling up card consultants B．reading the receipt C．visiting the Marchbank officers D．visiting the website www.theshop.com Passage 3 (24-25高二上·上海交通大学附属中学嘉定分校等四校联考·期中) Croûte savoyarde 30 MINUTES | SERVES 6 EASY | LC Alpine cheese on toast, basically, and just the thing to warm your cockles after a hard morning cycling up mountains, or falling over in snowdrifts — or alternatively, just a bracing (神清气爽的) autumnal walk. If you don’t have good bread to use up, you can make this with fresh stuff, just toast it first to dry it out. butter crusty stale bread 6 thick slices garlic 1 clove, cut in half dry white wine 300ml cooked ham 6 slices gruyère, beaufort or comté cheese 300g, finely grated eggs 6 (optional) butter for frying nutmeg a good grating (optional) • Heat the oven to 200℃/fan 180℃/gas 6. Butter 6 ovenproof bowls just large enough to hold a slice of bread (alternatively, use a large baking tray). • Rub both sides of the bread slices with the cut side of the garlic and then divide between the bowls. Pour over the wine and then top with the ham and then the cheese. • Bake for 20 minutes. If you’re serving the eggs, fry these in a little butter in the meantime and then add to the top along with a grating of nutmeg, if you like, before serving, preferably with a green salad. PER SERVING 391 KCALS | FAT 20.1G SATURATES 11.7G | CARBS 22.4G | SUGARS 2G FIBRE 1.3G | PROTEIN 20.7G | SALT 1.8G 1．Which of the following is right according to the recipe? A．The ingredients listed in bold are all necessary. B．Croûte savoyarde is ideal post-exercise food. C．Fresh soft toast is perfect for this snack. D．It take half an hour to prepare each slice. 2．The process of preparing includes _________. A．rubbing butter inside the ovenproof bowls or tray B．spreading grated nutmeg on both sides of toast C．frying eggs and ham with butter D．adding to flavor with a whole garlic clove 3．Where can we most probably read this passage? A．In a chef’s diary. B．In a science paper. C．In a health magazine. D．In a grandma’s recipe. 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 (23-24高二上·上海建平中学·期中)It’s easy to blame an achy neck and stiff shoulder on bad posture. But on many desks, experts agree, the quiet culprit is your mouse. “There are a lot of delicate body parts involved in mousing,” explains Cameron Stiehl, a San Francisco-based ergonomic assessment specialist. “When you’re at the computer for hours at a time, having a mouse that doesn’t fit properly or is positioned incorrectly can cause soft-tissue injuries in the fingers, wrists, hands, elbows and even in the shoulder.” Countless ergonomic mouse models promise improvement. If you’re ready for a level up, here are four mice that will give you a hand. 1 | Semi-vertical mice like the Logitech MX Master 3S have a 30 to 45-degree slant, which can help reduce stress on the forearm muscles. It can help relieve discomfort from epicondylitis (or ‘tennis elbow’) or help a sore wrist. At 141 grams, the MX Master 3S is a bit heavy but is designed to be especially responsive so that you needn’t move it too much. You can also custom-program the functions of the mouse’s seven buttons and two scroll wheels, letting you avoid certain repetitive motions that can cause injuries. $100, Logitech. com 2 | Look past their uncanny resemblance to Kubrick’s HAL 9000. Trackball mice can be particularly helpful for treating shoulder discomfort by limiting most of your mousing movement to the fingers and wrist. For the most natural motion, Stiehl suggests the Kensington Orbit Trackball. It has both the namespace feature for moving your cursor with little effort and a ring-style scroll wheel encircling it. Unlike traditional scrollers, you use it like a dial. This, Stiehl says, makes the mouse “especially good for people who have issues like trigger finger” (when bending your digits causes them to painfully click and pop). The Orbit also takes the ergonomics a step further, with an included, detachable wrist rest. $50, Kensington. com 3 | A vertical mouse lets you position your hand not flat but tilted sideways as if you’re shaking hands with the device. This position, reduces wrist and forearm movement and can be soothing. The Logitech Lift version’s small footprint and light weight (125 grams) make it a good fit for small hands. “It’s not a long vertical, so I think it can be very comfortable if it fits the hand,” said Stiehl. Six buttons allow for control customization, and it comes in three colors (including a very cute rose), and is made of mostly recycled material. $70, Logitech. com 4 | Working away from your desk doesn’t mean you can’t cast an eye toward ergonomics. The Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical Mouse is a compact vertical mouse, powered by a single replaceable AA battery, which the manufacture r promises will last a year. It also features a handsome cork thumb divot. But the selling point is its smaller footprint, which makes it easy to pack with your laptop. $50, Lenovo. com 1．According to the description, which product chart is Logitech Lift? A． B． C． D．3 2．Sam is an office lady with loads of paperwork to complete, which results in severe neck-shoulder problems. Which of the following mice is highly recommended? A．Logitech MX Master 3S. B．Kensington Orbit Trackball. C．Logitech Lift. D．Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical Mouse. 3．Which of the following slogans is the most suitable for Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical Mouse? A．Suited for smaller hands. B．A universal upgrade. C．Trigger finger treater. D．Ergonomics can go everywhere. Passage 2 (24-25高二上·上海七宝中学·期中)Good manners used to mean simple courtesy (礼节) and being kind. Today it seems we may fear doing or saying the wrong thing, and for good reason. Given the power of the Internet, a faux pas can mean losing a friend — or your job. Covering the ins and outs of civil behavior for the past 20-plus years, I have learned that, fortunately, good intentions never go out of style. Even better, science tells us that acts of kindness are infectious: If I treat you right, you’re more likely to treat the next person better.TO HOLD OR NOT TO HOLD — THE DOOR Q: My husband always opens doors for women (he’s over 80). But the younger women cast him a look of pure shock and rush past him without a thank-you. So sad, why has such a basic kindness gone out of style? — Jo Garcia A: Let me uncomplicate things: If I’m first to the door. I’m going to pull it open and let you go first, whether you’re a man or a woman. A push door can be awkward, but I’ll usually go through first (with my most charming“ Allow me!”) and then hold it for you. I give the same advice to my sister (and allow women): First one there opens the door and holds it. The one time to break the rule: If the person ahead of you needs assistance or is much older, step up and open the door. And for those of us on the receiving end of a door kindness, I hope we all say “Thank you” as we pass by.NO THANK-YOU NOTES=NO MORE GIFTS? Q: It especially bothers me when I give a child a gift and there is no acknowledgment from the parent or the child. What are my options? — Sharon Taft A: I’m the quick-witted uncle to three nieces, which means I rely on humor to make a point. One time, several weeks after the holidays had gone by, I e-mailed one of the girls: “I can’t thank you enough for thank-you note.” That inspired a quick, and guilty, thank-you from her. Then there was the year I boycotted them: no gifts. You bet they noticed, and they did a fine job with their thank-you e-mails once I resumed gift giving. (Yes, e-mail is just fine, especially when compared with the alternative — no response.) But I learned a lesson, too: I try my best to thank those who express kindness to me, whether it’s a flight attendant helping me with a bag or these same nieces — now young adults — who recently made an amazing dinner for our family. There’s a theory that gratitude begets gratitude. I believe that now. 1．Both Jo Garcia and Sharon Taft are puzzled by ________. A．what makes young people so rude B．what kindness means to young adults C．why kindness is not infectious nowadays D．why some good manners are out of date 2．Which statement is the writer most likely to agree with? A．Men should always hold the door for women. B．It is always necessary to express our gratitude. C．Jo should remind her husband of his impoliteness. D．Being humorous matters more than being polite. 3．The word “begets” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to “________”. A．takes care of B．makes use of C．gives rise to D．attaches importance to 4．This passage is most likely taken from a ________. A．social science journal B．newspaper advice column C．celebrity interview script D．interpersonal relationship report 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 (24-25高二上·上海浦东新区华东师范大学第二附属中学·期中) We will support you to be at your best at work, helping you to pursue your full potential. Our combination of world-class benefits combine pay, progression, and career development, designed to be inclusive and appealing, no matter where you are in your career. We also offer useful discounts to reduce everyday household costs as well as bigger budget items or treats. What we offer is different in our nearly 50 different office locations around the world, but our UK benefits are listed below. If you are interested in a vacancy elsewhere in the world, please ask our recruitment specialists, whose names can be found on our job adverts for details of the benefits in your location.UK Benefits Key benefits •28 days paid holiday •A contributory pension matched up to 9% •Life cover •Long-term sick cover Help with everyday costs •Generously subsidised on-site catering •Free on-site gym and wellbeing centre •Discounted fees to use at the University of Cambridge Sport Centre and a number of other local gyms •Discount portal and cashback at more than 2,500 retailers Family friendly •Hybrid and flexible working •Wellbeing programme and employee assistance programme offering 24/7 support and advice for you and your family •Access to workplace nurseries and enhanced family leave from day one Planet friendly •Pedal/ electric bicycle pool for colleagues to use during office hours (central Cambridge only) •Cycle to work scheme, allowing you to buy a bike or equipment with nearly 50% off •Green travel loan and season ticket discounts •Low emissions car hire purchase scheme through salary exchange Supportive •Financial, physical and mental wellbeing support for you and your family •Competitive private healthcare plans for you and at a discounted rate for your family •Continuous professional development, from short courses to industry certifications and qualifications •Clear career paths linked to pay progression 1．Which of the following statements is true? A．If an applicant wishes to apply for a job vacancy in our UK office, he or she should first consult our recruitment specialist. B．Our employees in the UK office will be entitled to a discount when using several local gyms and sports centres. C．Employees are less likely to be distracted by concerns regarding the caring and well-being of their children. D．Our employees will have round-the-clock access not only to pedal/ electrical bicycles but also to low emission vehicles. 2．Which of the following can best describe UK benefits? A．friendly, exclusive, generous B．supportive, rewarding, comprehensive C．diverse, attractive, demanding D．caring, conventional, growth-oriented 3．This article is mainly intended to ________. A．explain why employees need support and benefits at in their work B．introduce how family-friendly and planet-friendly the UK Benefits are C．describe the specific features of the UK benefits and how they operate D．inform those interested in order to attract prospective employees Passage 2 (24-25高二·上海师范大学附属外国语中学·期中)The Hottest Peppers in the World The title of “hottest pepper in the world” is something that’s challenged more often than you may expect. Every year hot pepper cultivators find new ways to create peppers that will compete for the top position. Below we list the current hottest peppers based on expected median heat on the Scovile scale (史高维尔指标，辣椒辣度的测量单位). 1. Pepper X Pepper X was cultivated by the PuckerButt Pepper Company in the US. Measured at its max at 3.18 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU), and officially measured at 2.69 million SHU in the Guinness Book of World Records, Pepper X truly outshines the previous record holder, the Carolina Reaper.2. Carolina Reaper The Carolina Reaper, also developed by the Pucker Butt Pepper Company, held the title of the world’s hottest pepper in the Guinness Book of World Records from 2013 to 2021. The pepper’s heat level reaches an average of 1.6 million SHU, with some individual peppers recorded at over 2.2 million SHU. 3. Komodo Dragon The Komodo Dragon pepper is a fiery chili hailing from the UK. It’s renowned for its extreme heat between 1.4 million to 2.2 million SHU. The heat of the Komodo Dragon pepper is not immediate but builds up for 10 seconds before it unleashes its full potential. 4. Trinidad Moruga Scorpion   The Trinidad Moruga Scorpion originates from island country Trinidad and Tobago. Its intense heat measures from 1.2 to 2 million SHU. And it looks wicked, with its scorpion-like stinger tail. This fiery pepper was even recognized as the world’s hottest chili by the Guinness Book of World Records in 2012.5. Pot Douglah The 7 Pot Douglah also originates from Trinidad and Tobago, ranging from 923,889 to 1,853,986 SHU. The pepper gets its name from the local belief (and fact) that one pod is enough to spice up seven pots of stew. Its dark brown color gives it a unique appearance among chili peppers. 1．The hottest chili in the world according to the Guinness Book of World Records in 2015 was________. A．Pepper X B．Carolina Reaper C．Komodo Dragon D．Trinidad Moruga Scorpion 2．What’s the similarity between Trinidad Moruga Scorpion and 7 Pot Douglah? A．They both originate from the US. B．They were developed by the same company. C．They both have unique appearance. D．They were both recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. 3．What can be inferred about the Komodo Dragon pepper from the text? A．It is a mild chili pepper known for its immediate heat. B．It is a UK-originated chili pepper with a delayed heat sensation. C．The heat level of the Komodo Dragon pepper is consistently at 2.2 million SHU. D．The Komodo Dragon pepper’s heat is less than that of the Carolina Reaper. 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 (24-25高二上·上海同济大学第二附属中学·期中) The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is part of the Department of Environment and Conservation—the main government conservation agency in New South Wales, Australia. On the NPWS site you can find out about parks and reserves, Australian plants and animals, and conservation programs to join. NPWSAustralia.gov.au Learn about Australian animals on Our Animals Web site. Look at their physical features, food, homes, environment, and social groups. Three categories of animals can be found here: those found in the air, on the ground, and in the water. Aussielandanimals.com Oban, the Knowledge Keeper, has collected a variety of interesting Australian animal myths and legends on this Web site. Discover how the kangaroo got its pouch (育儿袋) and how the cockatoo got its crest (羽冠), among other stories. Obanknowledge.net This site has a sampling of amazing Australian creatures. It contains pictures of forty-five Australian animals that you can print and color. Each picture provides details on the exact coloring for each animal. In addition to printing pictures of the animals, you can copy a printout, paste it into a painting program, and color the animal there. FantasticAnimals.org Queensland in Australia has many different types of Australian native plants and animals. Learn about threatened wildlife and find out what you can do to help. QueenslandAustralia.org Ready for some Australia fun-time games? This Web site has many to choose from. There are puzzles, word finds, mind games, quizzes, and a coloring book. A link on this site has free Australian greeting cards that you can send. AussieGreetings.com Some of Australia’s interesting animals are non-native, invasive species. This site gives details about some of the most destructive invasive species in Australia and explains efforts to control their populations. Red foxes, rabbits, cane toads, and feral pigs are just four of the problematic Australian animals highlighted here. AustralianInvasion.com 1．What has been typed in the search box? A．Unusual animals. B．National parks. C．Myths of Australia. D．Australian animals. 2．Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? A．The NPWS is a private organization in New South Wales. B．FantasticAnimals.org offers a collection of Australian animals’ images. C．QueenslandAustralia.org focuses on the various invasive species in Queensland. D．On Aussielandanimals.com, you can only learn about animals that live in the air. 3．Catherine is writing her research paper about wildlife protection. Which of the following websites would be the best resource for her to learn about the topic? A．NPWSAustralia.gov.au & FantasticAnimals.org B．AussieGreetings.com & Obanknowledge.net C．QueenslandAustralia.org & NPWSAustralia.gov.au D．AussieGreetings.com & AustralianInvasion.com Passage 2 (24-25高二上·上海青浦高级中学·期中) ● Blood is blue inside your body. Human blood is the same color inside your body as it is outside: red. Our veins (血管) look blue because the tissue covering them changes the way light is absorbed and scattered, which affects our perception of their color. ● Paul Revere shouted “The British are coming!” You can thank Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and his poem “Paul Revere’s Ride” for spreading that tale. No one knows what, if anything, Revere shouted through the streets of Lexington, Massachusetts, though we do know he told one guard that “the regulars are coming out.” ● The hottest part of a chili pepper is the seeds. Capsaicin, a chemical compound that binds to the pain receptors on our nerves to produce that fiery heat, is most concentrated in the inner white rib of the chili pepper. The seeds don’t actually contain any capsaicin, but they may be coated in it because they touch the rib. ● The Sahara is the world’s largest desert. Technically, Antarctica is. The U. S. Geological Survey defines a desert as “arid land with me ager rainfall (usually less than ten inches per year) that supports only sparse vegetation and a limited population of people and animals.” Antarctica averages only six inches of rain a year (mostly as snow) and is almost 5.5 million square miles. The Sahara is only 3.3 million square miles. ● Chameleons can change their coloring to match any background. The lizards do adjust their skin tone to camouflage (伪装) themselves in certain environments, but their color range is limited. The really vibrant hues you see on TV and in books aren’t usually meant for tricking predators. Those chameleons are trying to attract a mate or defend their territory. Male chameleons have even been known to change their colors to appear female, which helps them sneak by other males without the threat of a fight. 1．It is ______ that essentially make(s) the pepper taste spicy. A．the concentration of capsaicin B．the coating of the seeds C．the pain receptors on our nerves D．the size of the inner rib 2．What can be inferred from the passage? A．Wadsworth witnessed Paul Revere shout “The British are coming” with his own eyes. B．The absorption of light by the tissue changes the blood inside our body from red into blue. C．Chameleons change their coloring to serve other purposes other than cheating their enemies. D．The Sahara isn’t seen as the world’s largest desert because it receives less rain than Antarctic. 3．Which of the following might be the best title of the passage? A．Discoveries that are amazing B．Facts that are misleading C．Findings that are significant D．Myths that are unknown Passage 3 (23-24高二上·上海复兴高级中学·期中)University Room RegulationsApproved and Prohibited Items The following items are approved for use in residential rooms: electric blankets, hair dryers, personal computers, radios, televisions and DVD players. Items that are not allowed in student rooms include: candles, ceiling fans, fireworks, waterbeds, sun lamps and wireless routers. Please note that any prohibited items will be taken away by the Office of Residence Life.Access to Residential Rooms Students are provided with a combination (组合密码) for their room door locks upon check-in. Do not share your room door lock combination with anyone. The Office of Residence Life may change the door lock combination at any time at the expense of the resident if it is found that the student has shared the combination with others. The fee is $25 to change a room combination.Cooking Policy Students living in buildings that have kitchens are only permitted to cook in the kitchen. Students must clean up after cooking. This is not the responsibility of housekeeping staff. Kitchens that are not kept clean may be closed for use. With the exception of using a small microwave oven to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms.Pet Policy No pets except fish are permitted in student rooms. Students who are found with pets, whether visiting or owned by the student, will pay an initial fine of $100 and a continuing fine of $50 a day per pet. Students receive written notice when the fine goes into effect. If, one week from the date of written notice, the pet is not removed, the student is referred to the Student Court.Quiet Hours Residential buildings must maintain an atmosphere that supports the academic mission of the University. Minimum quiet hours in all campus residences are 11:00 pm to 8:00 am Sunday through Thursday, Quiet hours on Friday and Saturday nights are 1:00 am to 8:00 am. Students who violate quiet hours are subject to a fine of $25. 1．If a visiting friend leaves a cat in the residence of a student for three days, what will happen? A．The student will receive a fine of $1 50. B．The student will be punished financially. C．The student will receive a written notice immediately once the cat is found by the office. D．The student will be sent to the Student Court to defend his or her case. 2．When can students enjoy a party in residences? A．7:00 am, Sunday. B．7:30 am, Thursday. C．11:30 pm, Monday. D．00:30 am, Saturday. 3．According to the regulations, how many statements listed here are true? a. Wireless routers are allowed if they are registered in the office in advance. b. No pets are allowed to be kept in the residence. c. Students are required to close kitchen doors after cooking. d. Under no circumstances is a student allowed to cook in his room. A．0 B．1 C．2 D．3 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题06 阅读理解之应用文 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 (24-25高二上·上海浦东新区上海师范大学附属中学·期中)Do you want to get home from work knowing you have made a real difference in someone’s life? If yes, don’t care about sex or age! Come and join us, then you’ll make it.! Position Volunteer social Care Assistant ( No pay with Free Meals) Place Manchester Hours Part time We are now looking for volunteers to support people with learning disabilities to live active lives! Only 4 days left. Don’t miss the chance of lending your warm hands to help others Role You will help people with learning disabilities in all aspects of their daily lives. You will help them to develop new skills. You will help them to protect their rights and their safety. But your primary concern is to let them know they are valued. Skills and Experience Required You will have the right values and great listening skills. You will be honest and patient. You will have the ability to drive a car and to communicate in fluent written and spoken English since you’ll have to help those people with different learning disabilities. Previous care-related experience will be a great advantage for you 1．What does the underlined part in the first paragraph mean? A．You’ll make others’ lives more meaningful with this job. B．You’ll arrive home just in time from this job. C．You’ll earn a good salary from this job. D．You’ll succeed in getting this job. 2．The volunteers’ major responsibility is to help people with learning disabilities ________. A．to get some financial support B．to properly protect themselves C．to learn some new living skills D．to realize their own importance 3．The passage serves as ________. A．a reminder to social workers B．an advertisement for helpers C．a document on describing volunteers D．an introduction about a social care organization 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 【导语】本文为一篇应用文，为一则志愿者招募广告。 1．词句猜测题。根据文章第一段“Do you want to get home from work knowing you have made a real difference in someone’s life? If yes, don’t care about sex or age! Come and join us, then you’ll make it.!(你想下班回家后知道你真的改变了别人的生活吗？如果是的话，不要在意性别和年龄！那就来加入我们吧，然后你就能做到)”可知，划线部分表示加入这份工作的好处，即，你会让别人的生活更有意义。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据Role部分“But your primary concern is to let them know they are valued.(但你最主要的责任是让他们知道他们的价值)”可知，志愿者的最主要职责在于帮助有学习障碍的人意识到自己的重要性。故选D。 3．推理判断题。结合Position（职位）中“Volunteer social Care Assistant(志愿社会关怀助理员)”，Place（地点），Hours（时间），Role（职能）及Skills and Experience Required（所需技能和经验）可知，文章是一则志愿者招募广告。故选B。 Passage 2 (24-25高二上·上海黄浦区上海大同中学·期中) 1．THE SHOP card offers ______. A．discounts at all shops B．free parking at all hours for all members C．free brunch for all members once a month D．foot reflexology with-$300 spent within a single month 2．A Marchbank gold card holder who applies on August 5 pays _____ for a two-year diamond membership card. A．$1,750 B．$2,000 C．$3,087.5 D．$3,250 3．An interested customer may find out more information by _______. A．calling up card consultants B．reading the receipt C．visiting the Marchbank officers D．visiting the website www.theshop.com 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．D 【导语】本文是应用文。通过列出会员卡的各种优惠和特权，以及不同类型的会员资格和费用，来吸引顾客加入THE SHOP购物中心的会员计划。 1．细节理解题。根据With the card, you enjoy these benefits and more!下的“Monthly free brunch for all THE SHOP card members.(所有THE SHOP卡会员每月免费享用早午餐)”可知，THE SHOP卡每月为所有会员提供一次免费早午餐。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据“Enjoy 35% discount on card fee if you apply before 15 August! Additional 5% discount if you are a Marchbank Gold card holder.(8月15日前申请，可享35%的卡费折扣！如果您是March银行金卡持卡人，还有5%的折扣)”以及下面表格中的“Diamond Class 2 years $5000”可知，一位March银行金卡持卡人在8月5日申请2年的钻石卡需支付：5000×(1−35%)=3250×(1−5%)=3087.5美元。故选C项。 3．细节理解题。根据最后一段“For more information, please visit www.theshop.com or call our customer service officers at 61234567.(欲了解更多信息，请访问www.theshop.com或致电61234567客户服务人员)”可知，感兴趣的顾客可以访问www.theshop.com网站了解更多信息。故选D项。 Passage 3 (24-25高二上·上海交通大学附属中学嘉定分校等四校联考·期中) Croûte savoyarde 30 MINUTES | SERVES 6 EASY | LC Alpine cheese on toast, basically, and just the thing to warm your cockles after a hard morning cycling up mountains, or falling over in snowdrifts — or alternatively, just a bracing (神清气爽的) autumnal walk. If you don’t have good bread to use up, you can make this with fresh stuff, just toast it first to dry it out. butter crusty stale bread 6 thick slices garlic 1 clove, cut in half dry white wine 300ml cooked ham 6 slices gruyère, beaufort or comté cheese 300g, finely grated eggs 6 (optional) butter for frying nutmeg a good grating (optional) • Heat the oven to 200℃/fan 180℃/gas 6. Butter 6 ovenproof bowls just large enough to hold a slice of bread (alternatively, use a large baking tray). • Rub both sides of the bread slices with the cut side of the garlic and then divide between the bowls. Pour over the wine and then top with the ham and then the cheese. • Bake for 20 minutes. If you’re serving the eggs, fry these in a little butter in the meantime and then add to the top along with a grating of nutmeg, if you like, before serving, preferably with a green salad. PER SERVING 391 KCALS | FAT 20.1G SATURATES 11.7G | CARBS 22.4G | SUGARS 2G FIBRE 1.3G | PROTEIN 20.7G | SALT 1.8G 1．Which of the following is right according to the recipe? A．The ingredients listed in bold are all necessary. B．Croûte savoyarde is ideal post-exercise food. C．Fresh soft toast is perfect for this snack. D．It take half an hour to prepare each slice. 2．The process of preparing includes _________. A．rubbing butter inside the ovenproof bowls or tray B．spreading grated nutmeg on both sides of toast C．frying eggs and ham with butter D．adding to flavor with a whole garlic clove 3．Where can we most probably read this passage? A．In a chef’s diary. B．In a science paper. C．In a health magazine. D．In a grandma’s recipe. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍如何制作Croûte savoyarde的过程。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Alpine cheese on toast, basically, and just the thing to warm your cockles after a hard morning cycling up mountains, or falling over in snowdrifts — or alternatively, just a bracing (神清气爽的) autumnal walk. If you don’t have good bread to use up, you can make this with fresh stuff, just toast it first to dry it out. (高山奶酪吐司，基本上，只是温暖你的鸟嘴，在一个艰难的早晨骑自行车上山，或在雪堆中摔倒——或者，只是一个令人振奋的秋天散步。如果你没有好的面包可以用，你可以用新鲜的东西来做，只是先烤一下让它变干。)”这里的this指代的是标题Croûte savoyarde，可知它非常适合运动后食用，故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据食材下面的第一点“• Heat the oven to 200℃/fan 180℃/gas 6. Butter 6 ovenproof bowls just large enough to hold a slice of bread (alternatively, use a large baking tray). (•将烤箱加热至200℃/风扇180℃/煤气6。在6个能放一片面包的耐热碗里涂上黄油（或者，用一个大的烤盘）。) ”可知准备阶段包括在耐热的碗或托盘里擦黄油，故选A。 3．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其第一段“Alpine cheese on toast, basically, and just the thing to warm your cockles after a hard morning cycling up mountains, or falling over in snowdrifts - or alternatively, just a bracing (神清气爽的) autumnal walk. If you don’t have good bread to use up, you can make this with fresh stuff, just toast it first to dry it out. (高山奶酪吐司，基本上，只是温暖你的鸟嘴，在一个艰难的早晨骑自行车上山，或在雪堆中摔倒-或者，只是一个令人振奋的秋天散步。如果你没有好的面包可以用，你可以用新鲜的东西来做，只是先烤一下让它变干。)”可知本文主要讲述的是如何制作一款适合运动后的食物，所以推断最有可能来自健康杂志，故选C。 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 (23-24高二上·上海建平中学·期中)It’s easy to blame an achy neck and stiff shoulder on bad posture. But on many desks, experts agree, the quiet culprit is your mouse. “There are a lot of delicate body parts involved in mousing,” explains Cameron Stiehl, a San Francisco-based ergonomic assessment specialist. “When you’re at the computer for hours at a time, having a mouse that doesn’t fit properly or is positioned incorrectly can cause soft-tissue injuries in the fingers, wrists, hands, elbows and even in the shoulder.” Countless ergonomic mouse models promise improvement. If you’re ready for a level up, here are four mice that will give you a hand. 1 | Semi-vertical mice like the Logitech MX Master 3S have a 30 to 45-degree slant, which can help reduce stress on the forearm muscles. It can help relieve discomfort from epicondylitis (or ‘tennis elbow’) or help a sore wrist. At 141 grams, the MX Master 3S is a bit heavy but is designed to be especially responsive so that you needn’t move it too much. You can also custom-program the functions of the mouse’s seven buttons and two scroll wheels, letting you avoid certain repetitive motions that can cause injuries. $100, Logitech. com 2 | Look past their uncanny resemblance to Kubrick’s HAL 9000. Trackball mice can be particularly helpful for treating shoulder discomfort by limiting most of your mousing movement to the fingers and wrist. For the most natural motion, Stiehl suggests the Kensington Orbit Trackball. It has both the namespace feature for moving your cursor with little effort and a ring-style scroll wheel encircling it. Unlike traditional scrollers, you use it like a dial. This, Stiehl says, makes the mouse “especially good for people who have issues like trigger finger” (when bending your digits causes them to painfully click and pop). The Orbit also takes the ergonomics a step further, with an included, detachable wrist rest. $50, Kensington. com 3 | A vertical mouse lets you position your hand not flat but tilted sideways as if you’re shaking hands with the device. This position, reduces wrist and forearm movement and can be soothing. The Logitech Lift version’s small footprint and light weight (125 grams) make it a good fit for small hands. “It’s not a long vertical, so I think it can be very comfortable if it fits the hand,” said Stiehl. Six buttons allow for control customization, and it comes in three colors (including a very cute rose), and is made of mostly recycled material. $70, Logitech. com 4 | Working away from your desk doesn’t mean you can’t cast an eye toward ergonomics. The Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical Mouse is a compact vertical mouse, powered by a single replaceable AA battery, which the manufacture r promises will last a year. It also features a handsome cork thumb divot. But the selling point is its smaller footprint, which makes it easy to pack with your laptop. $50, Lenovo. com 1．According to the description, which product chart is Logitech Lift? A． B． C． D．3 2．Sam is an office lady with loads of paperwork to complete, which results in severe neck-shoulder problems. Which of the following mice is highly recommended? A．Logitech MX Master 3S. B．Kensington Orbit Trackball. C．Logitech Lift. D．Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical Mouse. 3．Which of the following slogans is the most suitable for Lenovo Go Wireless Vertical Mouse? A．Suited for smaller hands. B．A universal upgrade. C．Trigger finger treater. D．Ergonomics can go everywhere. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四款符合人体工程学的小鼠标。 1．推理判断题。根据第三个表格中的“A vertical mouse lets you position your hand not flat but tilted sideways as if you’re shaking hands with the device. This position, reduces wrist and forearm movement and can be soothing. (垂直鼠标可以让你的手不是平的，而是倾斜的，就像你在和设备握手一样。这个姿势，减少手腕和前臂的活动，可以舒缓)”可推知，Logitech Lift是一款垂直鼠标，就像你在和设备握手一样。结合图片可推知，B项符合题意。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第二个表格中的“Trackball mice can be particularly helpful for treating shoulder discomfort by limiting most of your mousing movement to the fingers and wrist.(轨迹球鼠标通过限制手指和手腕的大部分鼠标运动，对治疗肩部不适特别有帮助)”可知，山姆是一名办公室女士，有大量的文书工作要完成，这导致了严重的颈肩问题，适合使用Kensington Orbit Trackball。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第四个表格中的“But the selling point is its smaller footprint, which makes it easy to pack with your laptop.(但它的卖点是体积更小，便于与笔记本电脑一起打包)”可推知，“适合小手”是联想Go无线垂直鼠标最合适的广告语。故选A。 Passage 2 (24-25高二上·上海七宝中学·期中)Good manners used to mean simple courtesy (礼节) and being kind. Today it seems we may fear doing or saying the wrong thing, and for good reason. Given the power of the Internet, a faux pas can mean losing a friend — or your job. Covering the ins and outs of civil behavior for the past 20-plus years, I have learned that, fortunately, good intentions never go out of style. Even better, science tells us that acts of kindness are infectious: If I treat you right, you’re more likely to treat the next person better.TO HOLD OR NOT TO HOLD — THE DOOR Q: My husband always opens doors for women (he’s over 80). But the younger women cast him a look of pure shock and rush past him without a thank-you. So sad, why has such a basic kindness gone out of style? — Jo Garcia A: Let me uncomplicate things: If I’m first to the door. I’m going to pull it open and let you go first, whether you’re a man or a woman. A push door can be awkward, but I’ll usually go through first (with my most charming“ Allow me!”) and then hold it for you. I give the same advice to my sister (and allow women): First one there opens the door and holds it. The one time to break the rule: If the person ahead of you needs assistance or is much older, step up and open the door. And for those of us on the receiving end of a door kindness, I hope we all say “Thank you” as we pass by.NO THANK-YOU NOTES=NO MORE GIFTS? Q: It especially bothers me when I give a child a gift and there is no acknowledgment from the parent or the child. What are my options? — Sharon Taft A: I’m the quick-witted uncle to three nieces, which means I rely on humor to make a point. One time, several weeks after the holidays had gone by, I e-mailed one of the girls: “I can’t thank you enough for thank-you note.” That inspired a quick, and guilty, thank-you from her. Then there was the year I boycotted them: no gifts. You bet they noticed, and they did a fine job with their thank-you e-mails once I resumed gift giving. (Yes, e-mail is just fine, especially when compared with the alternative — no response.) But I learned a lesson, too: I try my best to thank those who express kindness to me, whether it’s a flight attendant helping me with a bag or these same nieces — now young adults — who recently made an amazing dinner for our family. There’s a theory that gratitude begets gratitude. I believe that now. 1．Both Jo Garcia and Sharon Taft are puzzled by ________. A．what makes young people so rude B．what kindness means to young adults C．why kindness is not infectious nowadays D．why some good manners are out of date 2．Which statement is the writer most likely to agree with? A．Men should always hold the door for women. B．It is always necessary to express our gratitude. C．Jo should remind her husband of his impoliteness. D．Being humorous matters more than being polite. 3．The word “begets” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to “________”. A．takes care of B．makes use of C．gives rise to D．attaches importance to 4．This passage is most likely taken from a ________. A．social science journal B．newspaper advice column C．celebrity interview script D．interpersonal relationship report 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。作者结合自身经历与经验，探讨了现代社会中良好举止和感恩的重要性，并通过给两位读者的建议，表明如何通过简单的行为和表达来维持和传递这些美德。 1．细节理解题。根据Jo Garcia的问题“My husband always opens doors for women (he’s over 80). But the younger women cast him a look of pure shock and rush past him without a thank-you. So sad, why has such a basic kindness gone out of style? (我丈夫总是为女性开门（他已经80多岁了）。但年轻的女士们震惊地看了他一眼，连一句感谢都没说就从他身边冲了过去。如此悲哀，为什么这种基本的善良已经过时了。)”和Sharon Taft的问题“It especially bothers me when I give a child a gift and there is no acknowledgment from the parent or the child. What are my options? (当我给孩子送礼物时，父母或孩子都没有表示感谢，这尤其让我烦恼。我有什么选择)”可知，两人都对为什么一些好的礼仪已经过时感到困惑。故选D项。 2．推理判断题。根据作者对第一个问题的回答中的“And for those of us on the receiving end of a door kindness, I hope we all say “Thank you” as we pass by. (对于我们这些接受开门恩惠的人，我希望我们在经过时都能说一声“谢谢”。)”和对第二个问题的回答中的“One time, several weeks after the holidays had gone by, I e-mailed one of the girls: “I can’t thank you enough for thank-you note.” That inspired a quick, and guilty, thank-you from her. Then there was the year I boycotted them: no gifts. (有一次，在假期过去几周后，我给其中一个女孩发了一封电子邮件：“我对你的感谢信感激不尽。”这句话激起了她迅速而又内疚地道谢。然后有一年我抵制了他们：没有礼物。)”可知，作者认为应该对善意的开门行为表达感谢，而且机智地启发自己的侄女去写感谢信。由此可知，作者同意“表达我们的感激之情总是必要的”的观点。故选B项。 3．词句猜测题。根据画线词的上文“But I learned a lesson, too: I try my best to thank those who express kindness to me, whether it’s a flight attendant helping me with a bag or these same nieces — now young adults — who recently made an amazing dinner for our family. (但我也学到了一个教训：我尽我最大的努力感谢那些对我友好的人，无论是帮我提包的空乘，还是这些侄女——现在已经是年轻人了——她们最近为我们家做了一顿美味的晚餐。)”可知，对别人的友好与善意会带来相应的善意回报，由此可知，画线词所在句表示“有一种理论认为感恩会带来感恩”，画线词意思应该是“产生”，与gives rise to意思相近。故选C项。 4．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第二段中“Covering the ins and outs of civil behavior for the past 20-plus years, I have learned that, fortunately, good intentions never go out of style. (在过去的20多年里，我了解到，幸运的是，良好的意愿永远不会过时。)”可知，在文章中，作者结合自身的经历和经验，回答读者的问题，这是典型的报纸建议专栏，读者可以在这里就各种主题寻求指导。故选B项。 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 (24-25高二上·上海浦东新区华东师范大学第二附属中学·期中) We will support you to be at your best at work, helping you to pursue your full potential. Our combination of world-class benefits combine pay, progression, and career development, designed to be inclusive and appealing, no matter where you are in your career. We also offer useful discounts to reduce everyday household costs as well as bigger budget items or treats. What we offer is different in our nearly 50 different office locations around the world, but our UK benefits are listed below. If you are interested in a vacancy elsewhere in the world, please ask our recruitment specialists, whose names can be found on our job adverts for details of the benefits in your location.UK Benefits Key benefits •28 days paid holiday •A contributory pension matched up to 9% •Life cover •Long-term sick cover Help with everyday costs •Generously subsidised on-site catering •Free on-site gym and wellbeing centre •Discounted fees to use at the University of Cambridge Sport Centre and a number of other local gyms •Discount portal and cashback at more than 2,500 retailers Family friendly •Hybrid and flexible working •Wellbeing programme and employee assistance programme offering 24/7 support and advice for you and your family •Access to workplace nurseries and enhanced family leave from day one Planet friendly •Pedal/ electric bicycle pool for colleagues to use during office hours (central Cambridge only) •Cycle to work scheme, allowing you to buy a bike or equipment with nearly 50% off •Green travel loan and season ticket discounts •Low emissions car hire purchase scheme through salary exchange Supportive •Financial, physical and mental wellbeing support for you and your family •Competitive private healthcare plans for you and at a discounted rate for your family •Continuous professional development, from short courses to industry certifications and qualifications •Clear career paths linked to pay progression 1．Which of the following statements is true? A．If an applicant wishes to apply for a job vacancy in our UK office, he or she should first consult our recruitment specialist. B．Our employees in the UK office will be entitled to a discount when using several local gyms and sports centres. C．Employees are less likely to be distracted by concerns regarding the caring and well-being of their children. D．Our employees will have round-the-clock access not only to pedal/ electrical bicycles but also to low emission vehicles. 2．Which of the following can best describe UK benefits? A．friendly, exclusive, generous B．supportive, rewarding, comprehensive C．diverse, attractive, demanding D．caring, conventional, growth-oriented 3．This article is mainly intended to ________. A．explain why employees need support and benefits at in their work B．introduce how family-friendly and planet-friendly the UK Benefits are C．describe the specific features of the UK benefits and how they operate D．inform those interested in order to attract prospective employees 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了公司提供的福利，包括薪酬、晋升和职业发展，重点描述了英国办公室的福利特色内容，目的是为了吸引潜在的员工。 1．细节理解题。根据Family friendly中的“•Wellbeing programme and employee assistance programme offering 24/7 support and advice for youyou’re your family •Access to workplace nurseries and enhanced family leave from day one Planet friendly (•福利计划和员工援助计划，为您和您的家人提供全天候支持和建议 •从第一天起就可以使用工作场所托儿所，并增加家庭假)”可知员工不太可能因为关心孩子的照顾和幸福而分心。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据UK Benefits中的各种福利的描述，如工作支持、家庭友好、环保、健康支持等方面，可以看出福利是支持性的、有益的和全面的，故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第一段“Our combination of world-class benefits combine pay, progression, and career development, designed to be inclusive and appealing, no matter where you are in your career. We also offer useful discounts to reduce everyday household costs as well as bigger budget items or treats. What we offer is different in our nearly 50 different office locations around the world, but our UK benefits are listed below. (我们将世界级的福利结合在一起，包括薪酬、晋升和职业发展，无论您处于职业生涯的哪个阶段，我们的设计都是包容和有吸引力的。我们还提供有用的折扣，以减少日常家庭开支以及较大的预算项目或款待。我们在全球近50个不同的办事处提供的服务各不相同，但我们在英国的福利如下)”以及下文的英国福利可知文章主要介绍了公司提供的福利，包括薪酬、晋升和职业发展，重点描述了英国办公室的福利特色内容，目的是为了吸引潜在的员工。故选D。 Passage 2 (24-25高二·上海师范大学附属外国语中学·期中)The Hottest Peppers in the World The title of “hottest pepper in the world” is something that’s challenged more often than you may expect. Every year hot pepper cultivators find new ways to create peppers that will compete for the top position. Below we list the current hottest peppers based on expected median heat on the Scovile scale (史高维尔指标，辣椒辣度的测量单位). 1. Pepper X Pepper X was cultivated by the PuckerButt Pepper Company in the US. Measured at its max at 3.18 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU), and officially measured at 2.69 million SHU in the Guinness Book of World Records, Pepper X truly outshines the previous record holder, the Carolina Reaper.2. Carolina Reaper The Carolina Reaper, also developed by the Pucker Butt Pepper Company, held the title of the world’s hottest pepper in the Guinness Book of World Records from 2013 to 2021. The pepper’s heat level reaches an average of 1.6 million SHU, with some individual peppers recorded at over 2.2 million SHU. 3. Komodo Dragon The Komodo Dragon pepper is a fiery chili hailing from the UK. It’s renowned for its extreme heat between 1.4 million to 2.2 million SHU. The heat of the Komodo Dragon pepper is not immediate but builds up for 10 seconds before it unleashes its full potential. 4. Trinidad Moruga Scorpion   The Trinidad Moruga Scorpion originates from island country Trinidad and Tobago. Its intense heat measures from 1.2 to 2 million SHU. And it looks wicked, with its scorpion-like stinger tail. This fiery pepper was even recognized as the world’s hottest chili by the Guinness Book of World Records in 2012.5. Pot Douglah The 7 Pot Douglah also originates from Trinidad and Tobago, ranging from 923,889 to 1,853,986 SHU. The pepper gets its name from the local belief (and fact) that one pod is enough to spice up seven pots of stew. Its dark brown color gives it a unique appearance among chili peppers. 1．The hottest chili in the world according to the Guinness Book of World Records in 2015 was________. A．Pepper X B．Carolina Reaper C．Komodo Dragon D．Trinidad Moruga Scorpion 2．What’s the similarity between Trinidad Moruga Scorpion and 7 Pot Douglah? A．They both originate from the US. B．They were developed by the same company. C．They both have unique appearance. D．They were both recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. 3．What can be inferred about the Komodo Dragon pepper from the text? A．It is a mild chili pepper known for its immediate heat. B．It is a UK-originated chili pepper with a delayed heat sensation. C．The heat level of the Komodo Dragon pepper is consistently at 2.2 million SHU. D．The Komodo Dragon pepper’s heat is less than that of the Carolina Reaper. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了几种世界上最辣的辣椒。 1．细节理解题。根据“Carolina Reaper”部分中“The Carolina Reaper, also developed by the Pucker Butt Pepper Company, held the title of the world’s hottest pepper in the Guinness Book of World Records from 2013 to 2021.(卡罗莱纳死神辣椒也是由Pucker Butt辣椒公司开发的，从2013年到2021年，它在吉尼斯世界纪录中保持着世界上最辣的辣椒的头衔。)”可知，卡罗莱纳死神辣椒是世界上最辣的辣椒。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“Trinidad Moruga Scorpion”部分中“And it looks wicked, with its scorpion-like stinger tail.(它长着蝎子一样的毒刺尾巴，看起来很邪恶。)”和“Pot Douglah”部分中“Its dark brown color gives it a unique appearance among chili peppers.(它的深棕色使它在辣椒中具有独特的外观。)”可知，Trinidad Moruga Scorpion和7 Pot Douglah的相似之处是都有独特的外表。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据“Komodo Dragon”部分中的“The Komodo Dragon pepper is a fiery chili hailing from the UK.(科莫多龙辣椒是一种来自英国的辛辣辣椒。)”以及最后一句“The heat of the Komodo Dragon pepper is not immediate but builds up for 10 seconds before it unleashes its full potential.(科莫多巨蜥辣椒的辣度不是立即产生的，而是在释放出全部潜能之前积累10秒。)”可知，科莫多巨蜥辣椒是一种起源于英国的辣椒，有延迟的辣感。故选B。 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 (24-25高二上·上海同济大学第二附属中学·期中) The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is part of the Department of Environment and Conservation—the main government conservation agency in New South Wales, Australia. On the NPWS site you can find out about parks and reserves, Australian plants and animals, and conservation programs to join. NPWSAustralia.gov.au Learn about Australian animals on Our Animals Web site. Look at their physical features, food, homes, environment, and social groups. Three categories of animals can be found here: those found in the air, on the ground, and in the water. Aussielandanimals.com Oban, the Knowledge Keeper, has collected a variety of interesting Australian animal myths and legends on this Web site. Discover how the kangaroo got its pouch (育儿袋) and how the cockatoo got its crest (羽冠), among other stories. Obanknowledge.net This site has a sampling of amazing Australian creatures. It contains pictures of forty-five Australian animals that you can print and color. Each picture provides details on the exact coloring for each animal. In addition to printing pictures of the animals, you can copy a printout, paste it into a painting program, and color the animal there. FantasticAnimals.org Queensland in Australia has many different types of Australian native plants and animals. Learn about threatened wildlife and find out what you can do to help. QueenslandAustralia.org Ready for some Australia fun-time games? This Web site has many to choose from. There are puzzles, word finds, mind games, quizzes, and a coloring book. A link on this site has free Australian greeting cards that you can send. AussieGreetings.com Some of Australia’s interesting animals are non-native, invasive species. This site gives details about some of the most destructive invasive species in Australia and explains efforts to control their populations. Red foxes, rabbits, cane toads, and feral pigs are just four of the problematic Australian animals highlighted here. AustralianInvasion.com 1．What has been typed in the search box? A．Unusual animals. B．National parks. C．Myths of Australia. D．Australian animals. 2．Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? A．The NPWS is a private organization in New South Wales. B．FantasticAnimals.org offers a collection of Australian animals’ images. C．QueenslandAustralia.org focuses on the various invasive species in Queensland. D．On Aussielandanimals.com, you can only learn about animals that live in the air. 3．Catherine is writing her research paper about wildlife protection. Which of the following websites would be the best resource for her to learn about the topic? A．NPWSAustralia.gov.au & FantasticAnimals.org B．AussieGreetings.com & Obanknowledge.net C．QueenslandAustralia.org & NPWSAustralia.gov.au D．AussieGreetings.com & AustralianInvasion.com 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 【导语】这是一篇应用文，文章介绍了一些关于澳大利亚动物的网站。 1．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Red foxes, rabbits, cane toads, and feral pigs are just four of the problematic Australian animals highlighted here.(红狐、兔子、甘蔗蟾蜍和野猪只是这里强调的四种有问题的澳大利亚动物)”可知，搜索框应是关于“澳大利亚动物”，故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中“It contains pictures of forty-five Australian animals that you can print and color.(里面有45种澳大利亚动物的图片，你可以打印和上色)”可知，FantasticAnimals.org网站有澳大利亚动物的图片，故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据第一段中“On the NPWS site you can find out about parks and reserves, Australian plants and animals, and conservation programs to join. NPWSAustralia.gov.au(在NPWS的网站上，你可以找到关于公园和保护区、澳大利亚的植物和动物，以及可以加入的保护计划。NPWSAustralia.gov.au)”和倒数第三段中“Queensland in Australia has many different types of Australian native plants and animals. Learn about threatened wildlife and find out what you can do to help. QueenslandAustralia.org (澳大利亚的昆士兰有许多不同种类的澳大利亚本土植物和动物。了解受威胁的野生动物，并找出你能做些什么来帮助它们。QueenslandAustralia.org)”可知，这两个网站上的内容是有关保护动物的，能够为Catherine正在写的关于野生动物保护的研究论文提供资源，故选C。 Passage 2 (24-25高二上·上海青浦高级中学·期中) ● Blood is blue inside your body. Human blood is the same color inside your body as it is outside: red. Our veins (血管) look blue because the tissue covering them changes the way light is absorbed and scattered, which affects our perception of their color. ● Paul Revere shouted “The British are coming!” You can thank Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and his poem “Paul Revere’s Ride” for spreading that tale. No one knows what, if anything, Revere shouted through the streets of Lexington, Massachusetts, though we do know he told one guard that “the regulars are coming out.” ● The hottest part of a chili pepper is the seeds. Capsaicin, a chemical compound that binds to the pain receptors on our nerves to produce that fiery heat, is most concentrated in the inner white rib of the chili pepper. The seeds don’t actually contain any capsaicin, but they may be coated in it because they touch the rib. ● The Sahara is the world’s largest desert. Technically, Antarctica is. The U. S. Geological Survey defines a desert as “arid land with me ager rainfall (usually less than ten inches per year) that supports only sparse vegetation and a limited population of people and animals.” Antarctica averages only six inches of rain a year (mostly as snow) and is almost 5.5 million square miles. The Sahara is only 3.3 million square miles. ● Chameleons can change their coloring to match any background. The lizards do adjust their skin tone to camouflage (伪装) themselves in certain environments, but their color range is limited. The really vibrant hues you see on TV and in books aren’t usually meant for tricking predators. Those chameleons are trying to attract a mate or defend their territory. Male chameleons have even been known to change their colors to appear female, which helps them sneak by other males without the threat of a fight. 1．It is ______ that essentially make(s) the pepper taste spicy. A．the concentration of capsaicin B．the coating of the seeds C．the pain receptors on our nerves D．the size of the inner rib 2．What can be inferred from the passage? A．Wadsworth witnessed Paul Revere shout “The British are coming” with his own eyes. B．The absorption of light by the tissue changes the blood inside our body from red into blue. C．Chameleons change their coloring to serve other purposes other than cheating their enemies. D．The Sahara isn’t seen as the world’s largest desert because it receives less rain than Antarctic. 3．Which of the following might be the best title of the passage? A．Discoveries that are amazing B．Facts that are misleading C．Findings that are significant D．Myths that are unknown 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要列举了几个科普知识并纠正人们对这些科普的认知错误。 1．细节理解题。根据The hottest part of a chili pepper is the seeds.部分中的“Capsaicin, a chemical compound that binds to the pain receptors on our nerves to produce that fiery heat, is most concentrated in the inner white rib of the chili pepper. The seeds don’t actually contain any capsaicin, but they may be coated in it because they touch the rib.(辣椒素是一种化合物，它与我们神经上的痛觉感受器结合，产生炽热的热量，它最集中在辣椒的内部白色叶脉螺纹中。辣椒籽实际上不含任何辣椒素，但它们可能会被辣椒素包裹起来，因为它们会接触到叶脉螺纹。)”可知，辣椒素集中在辣椒的内部白色叶脉螺纹中，而辣椒籽被辣椒素包裹着，因为它们会接触到叶脉螺纹，由此可知，使得辣椒很辣的是种子的包衣。故选B项。 2．推理判断题。根据Chameleons can change their coloring to match any background.部分中的“Those chameleons are trying to attract a mate or defend their territory. Male chameleons have even been known to change their colors to appear female, which helps them sneak by other males without the threat of a fight. (这些变色龙正试图吸引配偶或保卫自己的领土。人们甚至知道雄性变色龙会改变自己的颜色，以显示自己是雌性的，这有助于它们在没有打斗威胁的情况下从其他雄性身边溜走。)”可知，变色龙正试图吸引配偶或保卫自己的领土，由此可知，变色龙变色除为了欺骗敌人外，还有其它的企图。故选C项。 3．主旨大意题。根据Blood is blue inside your body.部分中的“Blood is blue inside your body. (血液在你的身体里是蓝色的。 )”可知，血液在身体里是蓝色的，而下文中的“Human blood is the same color inside your body as it is outside: red.(人体血液在体内和身体外的颜色相同：红色。)”对上面的事实进行纠正；根据Chameleons can change their coloring to match any background.部分中的“Chameleorts can change their coloring to match any background.(变色龙可以更改其颜色以匹配任何背景。)”可知，人们认为变色龙更改其颜色以匹配任何背景，而下文中的“The lizards do adjust their skin tone to camouflage themselves in certain environments, but their color range is limited.(在某些环境中，蜥蜴确实会调整肤色以伪装自己，但它们的颜色范围有限。)”内容对这一事实进行纠正，其它部分讲述的内容与以上两个相似，由此可知，本文主要介绍的是几个具有误导性的事实，所以标题“误导性的事实”与本文的内容吻合，概括了全文的主题，适合作为最佳标题。故选B项。 Passage 3 (23-24高二上·上海复兴高级中学·期中)University Room RegulationsApproved and Prohibited Items The following items are approved for use in residential rooms: electric blankets, hair dryers, personal computers, radios, televisions and DVD players. Items that are not allowed in student rooms include: candles, ceiling fans, fireworks, waterbeds, sun lamps and wireless routers. Please note that any prohibited items will be taken away by the Office of Residence Life.Access to Residential Rooms Students are provided with a combination (组合密码) for their room door locks upon check-in. Do not share your room door lock combination with anyone. The Office of Residence Life may change the door lock combination at any time at the expense of the resident if it is found that the student has shared the combination with others. The fee is $25 to change a room combination.Cooking Policy Students living in buildings that have kitchens are only permitted to cook in the kitchen. Students must clean up after cooking. This is not the responsibility of housekeeping staff. Kitchens that are not kept clean may be closed for use. With the exception of using a small microwave oven to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms.Pet Policy No pets except fish are permitted in student rooms. Students who are found with pets, whether visiting or owned by the student, will pay an initial fine of $100 and a continuing fine of $50 a day per pet. Students receive written notice when the fine goes into effect. If, one week from the date of written notice, the pet is not removed, the student is referred to the Student Court.Quiet Hours Residential buildings must maintain an atmosphere that supports the academic mission of the University. Minimum quiet hours in all campus residences are 11:00 pm to 8:00 am Sunday through Thursday, Quiet hours on Friday and Saturday nights are 1:00 am to 8:00 am. Students who violate quiet hours are subject to a fine of $25. 1．If a visiting friend leaves a cat in the residence of a student for three days, what will happen? A．The student will receive a fine of $1 50. B．The student will be punished financially. C．The student will receive a written notice immediately once the cat is found by the office. D．The student will be sent to the Student Court to defend his or her case. 2．When can students enjoy a party in residences? A．7:00 am, Sunday. B．7:30 am, Thursday. C．11:30 pm, Monday. D．00:30 am, Saturday. 3．According to the regulations, how many statements listed here are true? a. Wireless routers are allowed if they are registered in the office in advance. b. No pets are allowed to be kept in the residence. c. Students are required to close kitchen doors after cooking. d. Under no circumstances is a student allowed to cook in his room. A．0 B．1 C．2 D．3 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．B 【导语】这是一篇应用文。本文主要介绍了大学宿舍的一些规范。 1．细节理解题。根据Pet Policy部分中的关键句“If, one week from the date of written notice, the pet is not removed, the student is referred to the Student Court. (如果在书面通知后一周，宠物仍未被带走，学生将被提交到学生法庭)可知，如果一个学生受到警告一周之后还在宿舍养猫，就要被告上学生法庭为他或她的案件辩护。故选D。 2． 细节理解题。根据最后一 部分“Quiet hours on Friday and Saturday nights are 1: 00 am to 8: 00 am. (星期五及星期六晚上的安静时间是上午一时至上午八时)”可知，学生应该在周五和周六的凌晨1: 00到早上8: 00保持安静。即星期六的凌晨12点30分可以享受派对，故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据第一段的“Items that are not allowed in student rooms include: candles, ceiling fans, fireworks, waterbeds, sun lamps and wireless routers. (不允许带入学生房间的物品包括:蜡烛、吊扇、烟花、水床、太阳灯和无线路由器)”可知，如果事先在办公室登记，可以使用无线路由器是不正确的；根据倒数第二段的“No pets except fish are permitted in student rooms.(除鱼外，不准带宠物进入学生宿舍)”可知，是可以在宿舍养鱼的。根据倒数第三段“Students living in buildings that have kitchens are only permitted to cook in the kitchen. Students must clean up after cooking. This is not the responsibility of housekeeping staff. Kitchens that are not kept clean may be closed for use. With the exception of using a small microwave oven to heat food, students are not permitted to cook in their rooms.(住在有厨房的楼里的学生只能在厨房做饭。学生们做饭后必须打扫卫生。这不是客房服务员的责任。未保持清洁的厨房可能会被关闭使用。除了使用小型微波炉加热食物外，学生不允许在自己的房间里做饭)”可知，学生使用厨房后关门没有被要求，不允许在自己的房间里做饭。故选B。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $